Job Summary:

SUNY Upstate is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Child Life Specialist to be part of Upstate's Pediatric Child Life Team working in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide developmental and psychosocial support for pediatric patients and families.

Assess children's developmental and coping needs.

Provide preparation, age appropriate diversion and motional support to minimize distress associated with hospitalization and/or medical encounters.

Collaborates as a member of an interdisciplinary health care team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Child Life, Child Development, Psychology or related field.

Must have completed a Child Life Internship under the direct supervision of a Certified Child Life Specialist.

Current Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS) credential required or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree preferred.

Work Days:

Monday - Friday, Rotating Weekends

Message to Applicants:

In return for your dedication and commitment to provide outstanding care you’ll receive: 

• Generous paid time off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Choice of several outstanding health, dental and vision benefits insurance benefits and Well-Being plans and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement options with employer contributions, plus additional voluntary retirement savings plans.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources